Tuesday, January 25, 2011

This little girl has the most beautiful blue eyes, and fun personality! Our first outfit was a traditional kimono that was just stunning. Little "L" was not so mobile in it as it is a long style dress, which made this part of our session the easiest. As soon as we changed into the Tutu, it was another story! I forgot how much one year olds "want" to hold what you show them, so much for my "cute" noisy props! After clearing the room of all attractions we got little "L" interested in some butterflies...I love the antique soft look of these. We played, had lunch,and finished up in the hallway playing with balloons. ...Big brother "G" was probably the most well behaved cutest 2 year old in the world. He was a great singer, and my test shot dude...I posted one of these too! Thank you so much for the opportunity to photograph your beautiful children...I am looking forward to an outdoor session and hope you love these as much as I do!

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

I LOVE this smile and the effect! Here is a before and after image. Amazing what the Artistic finishes can do! I think I am finding a new look for my indoor photography! I am for sure having fun trying!

Sunday, January 16, 2011

I am so excited to share my newArtistic Finishes with you! These great new tools will turn your images into a work of art! Artistic finishes will be available for all Spring sessions. Please take a peek and leave comments! I am still creating and getting ready for Spring. Each image shows a before and an after image. If you have had a session and would like to see one of your images with an artistic finish please email me! Stay Warm-Go BEARS and watch for more to come!

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

I have not done too many maternity sessions, so we tried some new things, and I have to say, that I think Mrs. "A" looks beautiful. I loved using the window and the soft lighting, there is such a serene look to many of these, those quiet wonderous moments...After working in the bedroom, we took a few fun shots in the nursery which by the way is so cute and charming....all custom painted by a friend of Mrs. "A" complete with a cuddly giraffe! We then took some more artistic shots from above using the foyer. I love the clean look of these. Mrs. "A" I thank you so much for the opportunity to photograph you and for your patience while we tried some new things! I cannot wait to meet baby.

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Pricing

Standard Photo Session $150.00 for up to 4 people, $10 per person after

Newborn 2-3hrs $200.00

Cake Smash Session $175.00

CD of full session up to 30 images $250.00

Graduating Senior image package:5 images for $100 with purchase of $150 in products

8 x 10 $24.00

5 x 7 $12.00

4 x 6 $8.00

8 Wallets $24.00

5 x 7 flat card $1.60

5 x 5 square flat card $1.65

Single image with no cd $25.00

Canvas trio sets

Note Card 4.25 x 5.50 $1.70

Gator board mounts available

Canvas wrap available

Stand Out Mount available

Photo Cards on Cardstock

Bevel Mounts

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Senior portrait specials!

Tired of the same old in studio shots, or standard school photographs? Contact us to book a creative senior session and receive a a FREE metal wallet tin. I have many outdoor locations to choose from. Retouching is included. Senior graduation cards are available in school colors, or we can design one just for you. Receive 10% off your card order with a senior session booking. Sessions run 60-90 minutes. To view my work please go to http://www.carolgrahamphotography.com/ enter, then galleries, then Seniors.

To schedule a sitting. For questions, please call 630-240-9444 and please leave a message! or visit www.carolgrahamphotography.comthen contact us and send me an email.

EXTENDED NEWBORN SESSION

1 day-4 weeks old.

Extended newborn sessions run up to 2 1/2-3 hours, versus my standard sessions which average 60-90 minutes. During the extended session, we will capture awake, sleeping, nursing or feeding shots, as well as Mother baby, and or Mom, Dad and baby images. Extended time allows for 3 changes of clothing, a variety of newborn poses and shooting in bowl or basket. I provide a variety of super cute knit buntings, hats, headbands and tutus. I have found that to capture a newborn awake and asleep, it is best to allow extra time. This stage is very fleeting, so capturing all we can in one sitting is important. It is also important to take newborn pictures as early as possible. I recommend scheduling these between 1-6 days of the birth.

I offer many different birth announcements, and also welcome custom orders. Discussing your preferences prior to the photo session allows me to capture exactly what type of images you would like to have on a card. Photography clients receive 15% off their birth announcement order. Card designs can beviewed athttp://www.frommyheartcards.com/

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About Me

Photography is my passion. I like to think of the outdoors as my canvas, and view images as art. I live in Naperville with my husband, 2 sons and daughter, and get a lot of inspiration from our daily lives...as well as a lot of experience! I believe that capturing natural images has a lot to do with the communication and connection I have with each client. Before booking a session, we will spend 10-15 minutes on the phone going over locations, clothing and some scenarios that ensure our session will be successful for everyone. I strive to capture candid real moments. Editing your images is a key part of creating my final product, and is included in my session fee. I use a variety of art finishes and professional editing programs to complete the look of the images in your gallery.

I have a photo journalistic approach to my sessions, and do not like to "pose" anyone. Once I start to communicate with the kids, our session will roll. If a child takes time to warm up, I prefer that parents not worry about how long this takes, and rather that they encourage their children to be themselves. When children are relaxed, I capture the best candid memories. My Sessions typically run between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on how the kiddos do and the number of people in the session.

I prefer natural light photography, on location or outdoors. I do offer in studio sessions during the winter months and at all times for newborns and maternity. One year old cake smash sessions are taken at my in home studio, or can be taken outdoors depending on the season and weather.

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